Cost to Run a Hot Tub in South Dakota
South Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 15.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 21st cheapest in the country, 15% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $23.63 per month.
Per hour
$0.24
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$0.78
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$23.63
150 kWh
Per year
$284
1,807 kWh
By usage level in South Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.39 | $11.81 | $142 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $0.78 | $23.63 | $284 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $1.55 | $47.25 | $567 |
South Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a hot tub in South Dakota?
At South Dakota's current average residential rate of 15.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $0.78 per day, $23.63 per month, or $284 per year.
Is running a hot tub in South Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Dakota's rate is about 15% below the U.S. average: $23.63 per month here versus $27.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in South Dakota right now?
South Dakota residents pay an average of 15.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 21st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.